Epidermal Layers Characteristics
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Stratum basale
Deepest epidermal layer; contains stem cells; highly mitotic; produces new skin
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Stratum spinosum
“Spiny” appearance; cells begin to age; contains immune cells
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Stratum granulosum
Second layer of dead skin; cells become keratinized; water resistant
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Stratum lucidum
Translucent layer; only in thick skin; found on palms and soles
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Stratum corneum
Outermost layer; first dead layer; continuously sheds and renews
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